Through the Land of the Serb (eBook)

M. E. Durham (Autor)

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2022
244 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654701843-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Through the Land of the Serb," M. E. Durham presents a vivid exploration of Serbian culture, landscape, and history, inviting readers to journey through the Balkan region during the early 20th century. The narrative is rich with detailed observations and personal anecdotes, employing a lyrical style that blends travel writing with ethnographic insights. Durham's meticulous attention to the social fabric and regional complexities of Serbia captures the era's political tensions, revealing the profound connections between the land and its people amid the backdrop of pre-World War I instability. M. E. Durham, a renowned British author and traveler, possessed a deep fascination with Eastern European societies, which is reflected in her thorough research and empathetic portrayals. Her extensive travels throughout the Balkans and keen interest in the region's folklore undoubtedly influenced her writing, culminating in this evocative account. Durham was among the few female writers of her time who dared to explore and document lesser-known cultures, offering a unique perspective that challenges prevailing narratives. For readers fascinated by travel literature, cultural explorations, and the rich historical tapestry of the Balkans, "Through the Land of the Serb" is an essential read. It not only illuminates Serbian identity but also resonates with contemporary themes of nationalism and cultural resilience, inviting reflection on the intricate relationship between place and belonging.

Autor

Mary Edith Durham, typically known as M. E. Durham (1863-1944), was an English travel writer, artist, and ethnographer who made a significant contribution to the understanding of Balkan cultures in the early 20th century. Durham was not formally trained as an anthropologist, yet her work has often been cited for its ethnographic observations and insights into the customs and societies of the Balkans, especially those of Albania. Her travel narrative 'Through the Land of the Serb' (1904) provides a vivid depiction of life in Serbia and surrounding regions at a time when the area was little known to the English-speaking world. Durham's writing is characterized by a keen eye for detail, a deep empathy for the people she met, and a commitment to sharing her findings without the biases that often colored the perspectives of her contemporaries. Though not widely recognized as a literary giant, Durham's work in this book, and others such as 'High Albania' (1909), contributed significantly to the ethnography and provided an invaluable historical record of the cultural and political dynamics of the Balkans during a period of great change and upheaval. Durham's poignant observations continue to serve as important resources for historians and anthropologists studying South-East Europe.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 29.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer ► Europa
• Schlagworte: Adventure in the Balkans • adventure memoir • adventurous cultural discovery • Anthropological studies Serbia • authentic Serbian customs • Balkan history and customs • Balkan travel literature • Balkan travelogue • British female explorer • cultural exploration • Cultural heritage journey • Description and travel • Descriptive prose style • Early 20th century Europe • early 20th-century travel • eastern european culture • Eastern Europe journeys • Ethnographic travel narratives • historical exploration • historical non-fiction • historical travel accounts • History of Balkan Peninsula • landscape photography memoir • M. E. Durham travelogue • Montenegrin culture • Montenegro • personal travel narrative • serbia • Serbia historical sites • Serbian cultural exploration • Serbian geography and customs • Serbian traditions • Serbian travelogue • travel narrative